Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLE to USM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MLE and USM:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
At the moment, RM1,520 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,791. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MLE to USM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Velana International Airport to Koh Samui Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MLE to USM.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights that take off from Velana International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Velana International Airport from central Malé, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Velana International Airport to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MLE:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Velana International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Grab a Koh Samui Airport rental car and explore Koh Samui and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Drive Car Hire are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Koh Samui Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
The centre of Koh Samui is roughly 3 kilometres from Koh Samui Airport. How long it takes to get there driving will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Koh Samui. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north of Koh Samui, a trip to Bangkok will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
Around 434 kilometres north of Koh Samui, Chon Buri is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.